Proof of Usefulness Report

Riemann Computing

Analysis completed on 2/3/2026

+248
Proof of Usefulness Score
Gaining Momentum

Riemann Computing (formerly Stark Drones) is a legitimate entity founded by Andrew Magdy Kamal, with a verified presence on NetCapital (valuation ~$20.6M) and HackerNoon. While the project claims significant innovation in data compression and infrastructure (e.g., air-powered batteries, CubeSats), the submission itself contains hyperbolic and demonstrably false claims ('audience reach: everyone', 'most people have used my product'). Verifiable traction includes ~100k YouTube subscribers and claims of 175k developer downloads, placing it in the 'Small but promising' category despite the low-quality submission.

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Score Breakdown

Real World Utility+137.5
Audience Reach Impact+20.0
Technical Innovation+75.0
Evidence Of Traction+60.0
Market Timing Relevance+60.0
Functional Completeness+2.5
Subtotal+355
Usefulness Multiplierx0.70
Final Score+248

Project Details

Project URL
https://riecomp.org
Description
Riemann Computing Inc., (which has also been known as the Stark Drones Corporation), has had humble beginnings prior to its founding in 2018. We want to disrupt telecom and infrastructure. We are called Riemann Computing in reference to the Riemann Zeta function and the Riemann Hypothesis.

Algorithm Insights

Market Position
Growing utility with room for optimization
User Engagement
Documented reach suggests active user community
Technical Stack
Modern tech stack aligned with sponsor technologies

Recommendations to Increase Usefulness Score

Document User Growth

Provide specific metrics on user acquisition and retention rates

Showcase Revenue Model

Detail sustainable monetization strategy and current revenue streams

Expand Evidence Base

Include testimonials, case studies, and third-party validation

Technical Roadmap

Share development milestones and feature completion timeline